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About California Mid-state Fair Grounds

The Paso Robles Event Center, formerly known as the California Mid-State Fair Grounds, is a 40‑acre, year‑round event facility in Paso Robles, CA. With more than 75,000 square feet of indoor space for meetings, exhibits and events, it’s a versatile hub for live performances, fairs, and gatherings. The centerpiece for major concerts is the Chumash Grandstand Arena, which seats up to 14,665 fans for big-name acts and special events.

Whether you’re here for a headline concert, a trade show, or a community festival, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats, plan transportation, and find convenient places to stay and dine nearby.

Ticket buyers will find straightforward, reliable access to events at the Paso Robles Event Center. The venue provides paid on-site parking, with ADA parking available, plus off-site parking served by a free shuttle. To minimize hassles, the free shuttle runs from select off-site parking areas to the fairgrounds and is ADA accessible. For a smooth arrival, plan to use the shuttle stops at Albertsons Parking Lot, Paso Robles City Hall, and Lowe’s Hardware. After the show, you can return to your vehicle quickly via the same shuttle network. For those staying overnight, local hotels offer comfortable options within easy reach of the venue. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and dining to help you book confidently and conveniently.

Notable past performers at the Chumash Grandstand Arena include Lionel Richie, Dolly Parton, Def Leppard, Britney Spears, Destiny’s Child, Alicia Keys, Blink-182, Tom Petty, Aerosmith, ZZ Top, Garth Brooks, and more. Chris Stapleton headlined a pre-fair concert in 2026, underscoring the venue’s reputation for high-profile national acts. The venue's official name was updated to Paso Robles Event Center in 2006, reflecting its evolving identity while preserving the spirit of the former California Mid-State Fair Grounds.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: Paso Robles Event Center; former names include Paso Robles Fairgrounds (1946–1986) and California Mid-State Fairgrounds (1986–2005).
  • Address: 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, CA 93446.
  • Venue type and size: a 40-acre, year‑round event facility with over 75,000 square feet of building space for meetings, exhibits and events.
  • Main concert venue: Chumash Grandstand Arena with a capacity of 14,665 (as shown on the Grandstand seating map).
  • Parking: main parking lot is paid; ADA parking available; off-site parking with a free shuttle; no re-entry for on-site parking.
  • Transit: free shuttle service from off-site parking to the fairgrounds; ADA accessible; shuttle stops include Albertsons Parking Lot, City Hall, and Lowe’s Hardware.
  • Nearby hotels: The Oaks Hotel & Suites Paso Robles (nearby), Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles (nearby), and other downtown options such as Paso Robles Inn.
  • Notable events: The venue hosts major national acts at the Chumash Grandstand Arena (examples include Lionel Richie, Dolly Parton, MC Hammer, Britney Spears, Def Leppard, Destiny’s Child, Alicia Keys, Blink-182, Tom Petty, Aerosmith, ZZ Top, Garth Brooks, etc.). Chris Stapleton headlined a pre-fair concert in 2026.
  • Renaming note: the site was renamed from California Mid-State Fairgrounds to Paso Robles Event Center in 2006.